Accountant

Summary  Performs a variety of accounting duties related to financial reporting and the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's general ledger and subledgers and for the accuracy and integrity of financial information derived from them. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Preparation of select monthly journal entries  Reconciliation of select monthly balance sheet reconciliations and packslip, in accordance with Company policy and documented Sarbanes-Oxley controls Preparation of select operating and financial reports On-going process review and recommendation May be responsible for the maintenance of subledger and related activity for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and/or Asset Management.  May be responsible for assisting with weekly forecast and annual budget preparation.Maintain appropriate internal control documentation, as applicable, and adheres to formally documented control procedures, to ensure on-going compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley legislation and to prevent any audit exceptions. Assist customer call center with incoming catalog orders during peak times, as needed. Additional duties and special projects, as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The successful candidate will have a high degree of motivation, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to derive answers from communications with multiple parts of the business.  This person will also require the ability to work well in a team atmosphere with the flexibility to help with a variety of department goals.   Education and/or Experience   Associate or Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field; at least two years of related experience is preferred.  Attained or working toward accounting certifications, such as CPA and CMA, is a plus. Technical SkillsIntermediate Microsoft Excel skills and experience are required.  Microsoft Access skills and experience are highly desirable. A basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Lotus Notes is required. Communication Skills   The candidate must be able to communicate with others in a simple, clear and understandable manner. Must also have the ability to read and interpret all forms of communication. The ability to write reports for management and professional correspondence, as well as to speak effectively before management, customers, and associates of the organization is required. Must be assertive and give opinions without creating resentment and must participate openly and encourage open dialogue.  Reasoning Ability   The candidate must effectively plan and execute unusual and difficult work. Takes initiative and is decisive and quick, when appropriate. Satisfies internal and external customer expectations proactively and has a bias for action and a sense of urgency. Deals constructively with conflict and disagreement.  Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment General office setting Company: Footlocker.com/Eastbay Location: Wausau, WI 54401 Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Accounting/Finance/Insurance Work Experience: 1+ to 2 Years Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Company: Footlocker.com/Eastbay Address: Attn: Employment Opportunities111 S 1st AveWausau,WI 54401 Email: Apply by Email Fax: 715-261-9549